2006 Acura MDX vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | MDX | 208 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
